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Doors close for gender campaigners

The Construction Index

After 16 years of promoting gender equality in the industry, Women into Construction has folded.

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AfPA: Nurturing a safer sector

Roads Online

AfPA’s 2024 New South Wales Safety Forum facilitated opening dialogue for stakeholders across industry around safety issues and opportunities. Images: AfPA. The Australian Flexible Paving Association (AfPA) hosted the NSW Safety Forum, uniting industry in its commitment and collective action to support the safety and well-being of the sector’s workforce and the community.

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Providence triumphs in Hexagon battle

The Construction Index

A building services contractor has won its appeal against a ruling that it was not allowed to walk off a job just because its clients persistently paid late.

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Pawan Hans Limited Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 75 Posts | 05-09-2024

Construction Placements

Pawan Hans Limited Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 75 Posts | 05-09-2024 Pawan Hans Limited Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts with 75 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 05-09-2024 The post Pawan Hans Limited Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 75 Posts | 05-09-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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Southern Water names eight for £3.7bn AMP8 capital works

The Construction Index

Southern Water has named eight suppliers for its capital delivery frameworks for the next five years.

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Tru7 adds JCXB excavators

The Construction Index

Tru7 Group has invested in a fleet of 20 new JCB 140X tracked excavators.

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Completion date locked in for $1.162B Gympie Bypass

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. Major works on the $1.162 billion Gympie Bypass in Queensland are on track to be completed in October 2024, following confirmation from the official commissioning event at the Gympie Bypass Community Day. Federal Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Senator Anthony Chisholm and Queensland Minister for Transport and Main Roads Bart Mellish made the announcement regarding the completion date, weather and construction conditions permitting, at th

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Exploring the World of 3D Models: An In-Depth Guide

Construction Placements

Exploring the World of 3D Models: An In-Depth Guide Delve into the transformative power of 3D models in construction, architecture, and engineering. Learn about various types, their applications, and the significant benefits they offer in modern project development. The post Exploring the World of 3D Models: An In-Depth Guide appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Preferred contractors announced for $785M Melton Station, LXRP works

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. Contracts have been awarded to two project alliances to deliver four level crossing removals at Coburns and Exford Roads in Melton, and Ferris and Hopkins Roads in Truganina, as well as the new Melton Station. A $560 million contract has been awarded to John Holland, Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR), Metro Trains Melbourne, V/Line, and the Level Crossing Removal Project.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Civil Engineer and Civil Engineering Jobs

Civil Engineer Blog

Every year, millions civil engineers are graduated from universities over the world. These new civil engineers then take their jobs in many fields of the industry from rural to urban areas. A civil engineer practices civil engineering, the branch of engineering which focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of public works. These professionals may […] The post Civil Engineer and Civil Engineering Jobs first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Massachusetts $300M Offshore Wind Terminal Starts as Key Sector Boost

ENR Construction

Second state marshaling port would propel growth of the market as it recovers from financial woes and the July accident that suspended work at the $3-billion Vineyard Wind site.

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Browne lands £130m Thames Water contract

The Construction Index

Utilities contractor J Browne has secured a £130m deal on Thames Water’s mains renewal programme.

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Contractor victorious in late-payments dispute

Construction News

An East Grinstead contractor has successfully overturned a legal decision that found it was wrong to terminate its contract with a housing association over repeated late payments. The dispute arose from a JCT contract between Providence Building Services Limited and Hexagon Housing Association Limited (Hexagon)… The post Contractor victorious in late-payments dispute appeared first on Construction News.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Octavius secures next phase of Ryde Pier works

The Construction Index

Network Rail has awarded Octavius a further £11.5m contract for the next phase of works at Ryde Pier on the Isle of Wight.

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How to Winterize Equipment

For Construction Pros

For winter work success, many factors must be managed to make sure jobsite operations proceed without interruption.

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Massachusetts Awards $300M Offshore Wind Terminal to Boost Sector

ENR Construction

Second state marshaling port would propel growth of the market as it recovers from previous financial woes and the July suspension of work at Vineyard Wind site.

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Empowering Digital Construction Management with BIM and Digital Twins

For Construction Pros

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to further enhance the integration of BIM and digital twins, accelerating their synergy and the development of content and interactivity.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Massachusetts Awards $300M Offshore Wind Port Terminal to Boost Sector

ENR Construction

Second state marshaling port would propel growth of the market as it recovers from previous financial woes and the July suspension of work at Vineyard Wind site.

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3 Tips to Prepare Skid-Steer Loaders for Snow Removal

For Construction Pros

Being prepared for the winter season is vital to your team's ability to properly remove snow in the communities and for the companies surrounding them. Make sure to check every tip to ensure that you are ready for the winter weather.

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